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Prince William Sound Community College

  • Prince William Sound Community College offers accessible and affordable education to students of all ages, races, cultures, economic levels, and previous educational experience. NO OUT-OF-STATE TUITION. As a public, comprehensive community college, this multi-campus institution offers lower division college transfer, occupational, technical, basic skills, wellness, cultural, and community education programs. Partnerships with business, industry, educational institutions, and public sector agencies provide training opportunities for the local work forces and promote economic development. Through effective teaching and supportive student services, Prince William Sound Community College prepares students for success as individuals, members of a democratic society, and citizens of a rapidly changing world.

School Highlights

Prince William Sound Community College serves 529 students (13% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the state community college average of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority American), which is less than the state average of 65%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 529 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 93%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 26:1
  • Minority enrollment: 34%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Prince William Sound Community College
(AK) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
20 staff
20 staff
This chart displays total faculty of Prince William Sound Community College and community college average number of faculty in Alaska by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.

Student Body

The student population of Prince William Sound Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Prince William Sound Community College diversity score of 0.52 is less than the state average of 0.77. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
529 students
284 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
11:1
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# Full-Time Students
71 students
71 students
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# Part-Time Students
458 students
213 students
This chart displays the total number of Part-time students enrollment of Prince William Sound Community College and average number of community college Part-time students enrollment of Alaska by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Prince William Sound Community College.
This chart displays community college average Full-Time students and Part-Time students enrollment breakdown of Alaska.
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
529 students
71 students
This chart displays the total number of Full-time undergraduate students enrollment of Prince William Sound Community College and average number of community college Full-time undergraduate  students enrollment of Alaska by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
458 students
213 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
52 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
20%
20%
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% Asian
7%
8%
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% Hispanic
3%
7%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Prince William Sound Community College and the percentage of Hispanic community college students in Alaska by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Black
n/a
4%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Prince William Sound Community College and the percentage of Black community college students in Alaska by year, with the latest 2011-12 school year data.
% White
66%
35%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Prince William Sound Community College and the percentage of White community college students in Alaska by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Hawaiian
n/a
22%
% Two or more races
3%
4%
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% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
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% Unknown races
1%
n/a
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Prince William Sound Community College.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Alaska.
Diversity Score
0.52
0.77
This chart displays the diversity score of Prince William Sound Community College and the community college average diversity score of Alaska by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
4%
4%
This chart displays completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Prince William Sound Community College and community college average completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Alaska by year, with the latest 2012-13 school year data.
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4545%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$46,600
$32,500
This chart displays average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Prince William Sound Community College and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Alaska by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
59%
59%
This chart displays the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Prince William Sound Community College and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in Alaska by year, with the latest 2012-13 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
$17,286
$17,286
This chart displays median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Prince William Sound Community College and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in Alaska by year, with the latest 2012-13 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,500
$6,500
This chart displays median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Prince William Sound Community College and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Alaska by year, with the latest 2012-13 school year data.
Acceptance Rate
93%
93%
This chart displays the percent admitted of Prince William Sound Community College and the community college average percent admitted of Alaska by year, with the latest 2007-08 school year data.
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • PWSCC is a part of the University of Alaska system of higher education. Our main campus is located in Valdez, Alaska with outreach sites in both Cordova and Glennallen. Prince William Sound Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges, an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation and the U.S. Department of Education. There are general interest and self-improvement courses, seminars, and workshops designed to enrich the quality of living of individuals of all ages. The curriculum is developed based on the expressed interest of community members and includes such topics as business, health and family life, creative arts, professional and personal development, physical education, humanities, public lectures on issues of local/regional concern and a classic film society. On-campus living options include efficiency apartments, single or double occupancy apartments, and single, shared or family two to three bedroom apartments. For virtual photo tours of each style apartment, check out the links below! All apartments are smoke-free. Features include comfortable furniture, telephones, DISH TV, on-site laundry facilities, and a study lounge with computer and printer access and high-speed internet connections. Also provided with each apartment is a computer, microwave, toaster, and/or coffee maker! At Prince William Sound Community College, providing equal opportunities for students who experience disabilities is a campus wide responsibility and commitment. The Student Services Department is responsible for coordinating support services for students who experience disabilities. Students who experience all types of disabilities are eligible for support services. If students request accommodations, documentation verifying the disabling condition and supporting the accommodations requested must be provided. Interested individuals are encouraged to contact the Student Services Department for more information and assistance. Student Services can assist students in applying for state and federal aid programs. State and Federal governments, PWSCC, and many private organizations offer grants, scholarships, loans, and employment opportunities to students who demonstrate need for such assistance. Each student's financial situation is carefully assessed, taking into consideration family size, assets, income, debts, and estimated costs of attending college. Types and amount of financial aid vary according to State and Federal guidelines, student's needs, and availability of funds. NO OUT-OF-STATE TUITION !!!

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Prince William Sound Community College often compared to?
Prince William Sound Community Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Ilisagvik College, Charter College by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Prince William Sound Community College?
The acceptance rate of Prince William Sound Community College is 93%, which is equal to the state average of 93%.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 529 students
  • Acceptance Rate: 93%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 26:1
  • Minority enrollment: 34%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Did You Know?

For Alaska public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $3,340 per year for in-state students and $3,340 for out-of-state students. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

Alaska community colleges have a diversity score of 0.77, which is higher than the national average of 0.75. The most diverse community college in Alaska is Alaska Career College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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